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Bailey Wigness steals second base in a game against UCLA on March 5. Wigness’ speed and smart decisions have led to her becoming one of the most dangerous Sun Devils on the base paths. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Wigness adapts to changes, excels for team

Sophomore Bailey Wigness’ speed presents a major problem for opponents, but it is her ability to adapt to the changes a fluid lineup throws at her that helps ASU the most.

By John McKelvey III | April 17, 2012

Ryan Bader raises his arms in celebration after a victory. Bader is one of several Sun Devils to make a name for himself in the world of MMA. (Photo courtesy of Ryan Bader)

Sun Devils’ impact felt in MMA landscape

While the UFC is a relatively young professional sports league, ASU has already been well represented in the UFC’s expanding history, especially in recent years.

By Josh Nacion | April 16, 2012

Will Henry sprints in the Baldy Castillo Invitational on March 17. Henry and the Sun Devils’ sprinters are experiencing a successful outdoor season and are ranked No. 7 in the nation. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Sprints team finds success through unity

Although unified as a team, each member of the ASU men’s sprints team came to Tempe from a different place and has a different story.

By Danny Shapiro | April 16, 2012

ASUlympics participants play a game of soccer on the Student Recreation Center fields on the Tempe campus. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

ASUlympics emphasizes tolerance, understanding

The annual ASUlympics took place at the SRC with participants taking part in athletic events that allowed them to intermingle with students from unfamiliar backgrounds.

By Michael Gordon | April 15, 2012

Thomas Landschoot, left, and Martin Katz, right, rehearse for the last performance of the Sonoran Chamber Music Series at the Tempe Center for the Arts. (Photo by Marissa Krings)

Professor’s series brings world performers to Tempe

A cello professor performed with an old mentor Sunday, ending the 2011-12 Sonoran Chamber Music Series at the Tempe Center for the Arts.

By Michelle Peirano | April 15, 2012

Trevor Williams prepares to deliver a pitch in a game against Oregon State on April 6. Williams pitched a four-hit, complete game shutout to help the Sun Devils sweep the Trojans last weekend. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Pitching leads baseball to sweep of Trojans

The No. 21 ASU baseball team held USC to two runs in three games this weekend at Packard Stadium as the Sun Devils swept the Trojans to continue their recent surge.

By Kyle Newman | April 15, 2012

Students wait for the light rail Wednesday evening in Tempe. The Arizona Public Interest Research Group found that Generation Y is choosing to drive less and use public transportation instead. (Photo by Cameron Tattle)

Study: Valley students live closer to school, work

Whether taking the bus or light rail, the Arizona Public Interest Research Group found Generation Y is driving less by taking public transportation and living closer to campus.

By Thania A. Betancourt | April 15, 2012

Derrick Loud cuts bamboo to make a bike for BooGood Bicycles, a start-up company founded by ASU students that donates a bike to a disabled individual in Africa for every bike they sell. (Photo by Jenn Allen)

Students’ bamboo bike company benefits disabled in Africa

BooGood Bicycles, a student-run start-up company which uses bamboo to make bicycles and hand-cycles, is a semi-finalist in the 2012 Dell Social Innovation Challenge.

By Alyssa Lee | April 12, 2012

As caregiver clubs and vendors waited for state approval of dispensaries, they sampled their medical marijuana to patients at a medical marijuana farmer’s market on March 3. Arizona will soon see medical marijuana dispensaries open around state, as the Arizona Department of Health Services will begin accepting applications on May 14. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Medical marijuana dispensary rules get state approval

Prospective medical marijuana vendors seeking licensing can begin turning in applications to the Arizona Department of Health Services on May 14.

By Shawn Raymundo | April 12, 2012

Darin Gillies throws a pitch in a game against Oregon State on April 7. Gillies and the Sun Devils’ pitching staff look to continue their solid season against the Trojans. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Baseball focuses on pitching for blackout game against USC

The three-game set against USC begins Friday, when ASU will debut its new uniforms during the blackout game at Packard Stadium.

By Kyle Newman | April 12, 2012

Congressional representative and former Tempe mayor Harry Mitchell discussed the construction of Mill Avenue and the previous as well as more current renovations it is undergoing with community members at the Tempe History Museum Wednesday afternoon. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

Harry Mitchell speaks about Tempe's history

Former mayor and congressional representative Harry Mitchell spoke to a crown at the Tempe History Museum yesterday to address the rise of the Tempe area in modern America.

By Michael Gordon | April 11, 2012

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton delivered his State of the City address at the Phoenix Convention Center Wednesday afternoon. Stanton outlined his plans to move the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law downtown and to utilize vacant lots throughout the city. (Photo by Mackenzie McCreary)

Phoenix mayor delivers inaugural State of the City address

In his inaugural State of the City Address on Wednesday, Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton discussed the possibility of moving the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law to the Downtown campus.

By Kharli Mandeville | April 11, 2012

Michelle Brycki hits a backhand at the ASU Thunderbird Invitational on Nov. 4, 2011. Brycki has assumed a leadership role in her senior season with the Sun Devils. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Brycki on tennis success, life as student athlete

The State Press sat down with Michelle Brycki and discussed her success this season, how she handles athletics and academics and her advice for new students and student athletes.

By Devin McIntyre | April 11, 2012

Mimi Herricht, an ASU alumna who teaches special education in Gilbert, won a TOMS Shoes contest to travel to Honduras to give shoes to children in need. (Photo by Mackenzie McCreary)

TOMS Shoes to send alumna to Honduras

One ASU alumna will take her love of charity from Arizona to Honduras to bring shoes to underprivileged children.

By Dulce Paloma Baltazar Pedraza | April 10, 2012

Panel discusses freedom of speech on campus

A panel of professors addressed concerns from faculty, staff and students regarding the freedom of speech of the “mall preachers” who congregate in Cady Mall.

By Danielle Grobmeier | April 10, 2012